“U Cumpa” means “The fellow” in Corsica. We have created with the Zuria brothers (Knife makers in Bonifacio-Corsica) a knife which mixes high tech and traditional handcrafting methods.
Stainless steel damascus blade
The Damascus steel we’re using is from Damasteel® and the patterns will last the life of the knife.
Système de blocage de lame liner-lock
Liner-lock & blade 2.50 mm thick. Satisfying sound when opened & closed. Hardened detent ball to keép. the blade shut. Blade is rotating on Teflon
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Each knife is delivered in an elegant presentation box, designed to highlight its beauty and provide optimal protection. Give or receive our exceptional knives in a refined case that enhances every detail.
Corsica is a real land of knives since antiquity and the Corsican cutlery industry has become a real tradition.
There is no such thing as a "Corsican knife" but "Corsican knives"!
Like many farming areas, the Corsican knife was first and foremost a tool used by farmers for their daily work.
Since then, Corsican knives have followed their history with new models that combine tradition and modernity.
In the Fontenille Pataud workshop, our craftsmen traditionally handmade outstanding knives for several generations, as usual in the city of Thiers. Each one of our knifemakers hopes to create especially for you a sustainable product that will become your every day to carry.
We are proud to say that our knives are handed down and offered from generation to generation, such as the Corsican knives with locking system, which allows a safe use. Much more than knives, our Corsicans made in France are true life partners.
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Technical details
“U Cumpa” means “The fellow” in Corsica.
We have created with the Zuria brothers (Knife makers in Bonifacio-Corsica) a knife which mixes high tech and traditional handcrafting methods.
Design: the hole in the blade allowing easy opening features the Corsica island.
Mechanism: Single hand opening/folding Liner-lock system
Handle: 1st choice purplewood. This stunning wood (Dalbergia cearensis) comes from South America.
Blade & liner: Full swedish "Rose" stainless damascus steel 120 layers. Hardness: HRC 60.
Size & weight: 10.5 cm folded (4 1/8 inches), 19 cm opened (7.5 inches), approx 80 gr. (2.8 ounces).
Technical tips: Liner & blade 2.50 mm thick. Satisfying sound when opened & folded. Hardened detent ball to keep the blade shut. Blade is rotating on Teflon.
Numerated guarantee certiciate and leather pouch included.
Customers testimonials
My Laguiole arrived today and it is a real work of art, which I will treasure and eventually pass down to my son (not too soon I hope) One day I hope I will be in a position to buy a Damascus version.
Phil K. (UK)Hello,Merci, Knife arrived yesterday, excellent finish to knife, very pleased with lettering.
Tjalling V. (Netherlands)The Chamois that I ordered for my son came last week and it is beautiful. He is thrilled with it and I know will treasure it for the rest of his life.
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100% Handmade in France
Fontenille Pataud was founded in 1929 and quickly became recognized as a manufacturer of high-end knives.